Looking for a US flag dessert

AttachedMamma · 05-15-2008, 02:55 PM

My DH is getting his US citizenship and I want to make him a US flag dessert!

I don't want something cake-like. I was looking for something like cheesecake but rectangle-shaped (not round in a springform pan). I remember seeing something like that years ago, but I can't find the recipe. It was made w/blueberries symbolizing the stars and strawberries for the stripes on top of a whipped cream spread.

Also prefer a recipe "from scratch," rather than using packaged ingredients.

Not too picky, eh?

Heather Micaela · 05-15-2008, 02:56 PM

did you try allrecipes.com?

Jenjardin · 05-15-2008, 03:03 PM

Is this it?

http://www.glendasattic.com/r/des/fc.htm

AttachedMamma · 05-18-2008, 06:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jenjardin

Is this it?

http://www.glendasattic.com/r/des/fc.htm

that looks pretty, but I was looking for something that didn't have "cake" as a base.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Heather Micaela

did you try allrecipes.com?

Thanks! I forget about that one sometimes (I'm working on a different 'puter that doesn't have my favorites). I usually use foodnetwork. I found this very yummy looking strawberry dessert loaf there that I think I may be able to modify.

http://allrecipes.com/Recipe/Strawbe...on/Detail.aspx

Oliveshoots · 05-18-2008, 07:16 PM

i guess you could do just about any dessert, and top it with whipped cream and berries/strawberries in a flag design. I think on the ones I've seen, they slice the strawberries and lay them end to end to make the stripes. For the "stars" just leave spaces between some of the blueberries to let the whipped cream show through.

Look what popped up on the main page of allrecipes just now...
http://allrecipes.com/Recipe/Strawbe...on/Detail.aspx

What a coincidence! It appears not to be cake-based, and is pretty "from scratch" (condensed milk, gelatin, fruit, etc.)

I have always loved the dessert that has pretzels as a crust, strawberries with strawberry jello, and I *think* it has cream cheese. If your family likes sweet&salty stuff, they might like this. The cream cheese makes it similar to cheesecake. It's wierd, but good.

here is a link to one on allrecipes: http://allrecipes.com/Recipe/Strawbe...ie/Detail.aspx

I personally prefer home-made whipped cream. Not super healthy because of the high fat, but if you just use a thin layer, it's not *too* bad. It's also more natural than cool whip or rediwhip or something similar. I just get the heavy whipping cream, add some powdered sugar to the level of sweet that I want, and beat it with a handheld mixer/beater thingy. It is SOOOOO yummy!!

JoyGal · 05-19-2008, 04:05 AM

We did this with cake once and jell-o another time. If you don't want a cake base, maybe you could just try a torte or graham cracker crust and use the berries as the filling.

BHope · 05-19-2008, 05:00 AM

I've had a cheesecake desert before that was rectangle and decorated with a whipped topping, strawberries and blueberries. It was really yummy. Wish I knew a link to send you to.

Another option is to do fruit cups. Use strawberries, blueberries, and a grapefruit. Slice up your fruit, add them to fancy glasses, and cover in sparkling juice (grape/apple). It's really refreshing and delicious and a perfect fourth of July treat.

Marrae · 05-19-2008, 06:09 AM

I would do a pavlova with cream or yoghurt topping and then the blueberries and either strawberries or raspberries.

05-15-2008, 02:55 PM	#1
AttachedMamma Deactivated Join Date: Mar 2005 Posts: 3,292	Looking for a US flag dessert My DH is getting his US citizenship and I want to make him a US flag dessert! I don't want something cake-like. I was looking for something like cheesecake but rectangle-shaped (not round in a springform pan). I remember seeing something like that years ago, but I can't find the recipe. It was made w/blueberries symbolizing the stars and strawberries for the stripes on top of a whipped cream spread. Also prefer a recipe "from scratch," rather than using packaged ingredients. Not too picky, eh?

05-15-2008, 02:56 PM	#2
Heather Micaela Rose Garden Bar/Bat Mitzvah picture with husband Michael. Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Within sight and earshot of the Disneyland fireworks Posts: 39,893	Re: Looking for a US flag dessert did you try allrecipes.com? __________________ Heather ESFJ T4 Messianic Joshua-13 Christina- 11 Amalia Linda-8.5 Trinity-7 Gabriel-5 w/ADHD, ASD & Dyslexia Taylor Jordan11/15/04 SkyeDakota10/12/05 Life is a pile of good things & bad things The good things don't always soften the bad things but the bad things don't necessarily spoil the good things

05-15-2008, 03:03 PM	#3
Jenjardin Rose Trellis Join Date: Sep 2005 Posts: 3,180	Re: Looking for a US flag dessert Is this it? http://www.glendasattic.com/r/des/fc.htm __________________ *Jenny* 2 drop-dead gorgeous (inside and out) daughters, 18 (How did this happen??? ) and 17 How lovely are Your dwelling places, O LORD of hosts! Ps 84:1 Do you realize how lovely you are, my friend? Don't let anyone tell you otherwise, including yourself.

05-18-2008, 07:16 PM	#5
Oliveshoots Rose Garden Join Date: Mar 2005 Posts: 3,941	Re: Looking for a US flag dessert i guess you could do just about any dessert, and top it with whipped cream and berries/strawberries in a flag design. I think on the ones I've seen, they slice the strawberries and lay them end to end to make the stripes. For the "stars" just leave spaces between some of the blueberries to let the whipped cream show through. Look what popped up on the main page of allrecipes just now... http://allrecipes.com/Recipe/Strawbe...on/Detail.aspx What a coincidence! It appears not to be cake-based, and is pretty "from scratch" (condensed milk, gelatin, fruit, etc.) I have always loved the dessert that has pretzels as a crust, strawberries with strawberry jello, and I think it has cream cheese. If your family likes sweet&salty stuff, they might like this. The cream cheese makes it similar to cheesecake. It's wierd, but good. here is a link to one on allrecipes: http://allrecipes.com/Recipe/Strawbe...ie/Detail.aspx I personally prefer home-made whipped cream. Not super healthy because of the high fat, but if you just use a thin layer, it's not too bad. It's also more natural than cool whip or rediwhip or something similar. I just get the heavy whipping cream, add some powdered sugar to the level of sweet that I want, and beat it with a handheld mixer/beater thingy. It is SOOOOO yummy!! __________________ Kristen<br />Wife to David<br />Mom to ds (8-17-03) and dd (12-21-04)<br />Jesus is my bail-out. The Holy Spirit is my stimulus package. His blessings of family and friends are my recovery acts. "Those who have been required to memorize the world as it is will never create the world as it might be." ~Judith Groch

05-19-2008, 04:05 AM	#6
JoyGal Rose Garden Join Date: Aug 2005 Posts: 5,570	Re: Looking for a US flag dessert We did this with cake once and jell-o another time. If you don't want a cake base, maybe you could just try a torte or graham cracker crust and use the berries as the filling. __________________ . Before you were conceived I wanted you. Before you were born I loved you. Before you were an hour, I would give my life for you. This is the miracle of life. ~ Maureen Hawkins My Hygge Page

05-19-2008, 05:00 AM	#7
BHope Rose Garden Finding the Good Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Texas Posts: 12,816	Re: Looking for a US flag dessert I've had a cheesecake desert before that was rectangle and decorated with a whipped topping, strawberries and blueberries. It was really yummy. Wish I knew a link to send you to. Another option is to do fruit cups. Use strawberries, blueberries, and a grapefruit. Slice up your fruit, add them to fancy glasses, and cover in sparkling juice (grape/apple). It's really refreshing and delicious and a perfect fourth of July treat. __________________ Manda Single Mama to my three beautiful kiddos: DD1 (8 years old) DD2 (6 years old) DD3 (4.5 years old) Eternally missing DFS3 (stored safely in our hearts) and DFS1 Praying for Little R as she transitions into a new family. May you always know God's love and His comfort.

05-19-2008, 06:09 AM	#8
Marrae Moderator in Tweens & Teens, Teens & Beyond, the Cookbook, Let's Talk, Drawing Closer, and Bible Study The presence of the Holy Spirit is the keystone of all our hopes Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: U K Posts: 10,647	Re: Looking for a US flag dessert I would do a pavlova with cream or yoghurt topping and then the blueberries and either strawberries or raspberries. __________________ **~ Ruth * ~*** wife (dh A, ~ 33 ~ years) mother (dd G 29, ds D 25) And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose. Romans 8 : 28

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